If bedtime feels like a nightly battle, you're not alone—and there’s a gentler way towards real rest.
In this episode of "That's Good Parenting" Dori Durbin speaks with Ahna De Vena, the founder of the Sleep and Dream Foundation and REVIVE Global, and the creator of Holistic Sleep Therapy. Drawing from her own childhood struggles with trauma and insomnia, Ahna offers a deeply compassionate and whole-person approached suggestions when you or your children struggle with sleep.
With over two decades of experience, Ahna shares how parents can shift from stress and frustration to peace and healing—both for themselves and their children—through simple, practical changes that nurture calm and connection.
Ahna discusses:
- Why calming your own nervous system is the first step to helping your child sleep
- The surprising impact of artificial light on children’s sleep patterns
- How to create a nurturing, sleep-friendly environment at home
- Gentle breathing techniques (like the "bubble breath") that empower kids to relax
- Why focusing on rest and emotional regulation—not just "getting to sleep"—builds lifelong habits of resilience and well-being
- Age specific sleep strategies
About Ahna:
Ahna De Vena is the founder of the Sleep and Dream Foundation and REVIVE Global. After healing from her own struggles with trauma and sleep, she developed Holistic Sleep Therapy to help children and adults create lasting, healthy relationships with rest. Ahna works internationally with families, organizations, and corporations to foster healthier sleep habits and emotional wellness.
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About Dori Durbin:
Dori Durbin is a Christian wife, mom, author, illustrator, and children’s book coach who, after experiencing a life-changing illness, followed her dream of creating a deeper connection between parents and children through books. She now helps nonfiction authors and experts "kid-size" their content into impactful children's books.
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